Savor Brands Presents: Pat Lau & Xavier Alexander of Metric Coffee on The Coffee Podcast

During the SCA Expo in Chicago, Savor Brands was able to sponsor, collaborate, and record a special six-episode season with Jesse Hartman of The Coffee Podcast titled "The Story of Specialty Coffee". With special guests from Savor Brands Founder and CEO: Patrick Lau, and Co-Owner of Metric Coffee: Xavier Alexander, this podcast series is not one to be missed.

Metric Coffee: A Chicago Staple in Sustainability and Design Innovation

Patrick Lau brings his expertise in packaging and design to the forefront, blending creativity with purpose. His work reflects a commitment to being pono—a Hawaiian term embodying righteousness and balance. As part of this journey, Lau collaborates with industry leaders like Xavier Alexander of Metric Coffee, a Chicago-based roastery known for its exceptional coffee and forward-thinking packaging solutions. Metric Coffee exemplifies the intersection of craftsmanship and sustainability, further highlighted by its partnership with Lau on groundbreaking projects. Through innovative platforms like R+R Upcycling, Lau and Metric Coffee showcase how coffee packaging can transform into a tool for sustainability. From compostable materials to mobile app integrations, these advancements redefine what it means to package responsibly. Explore how Lau, Metric Coffee, and other partners are shaping the future of coffee packaging with a focus on design, sustainability, and meaningful collaborations.

You can check out this special six-episode season here. Special thanks to Jesse Hartman and his team, as well as the Savor Brands and Metric Coffee team that made this special podcast series possible.